I like to take a cold shower before swimming so the pool feels warm when I get in. Anybody else do this?
My pool only has warm showers—just a button with no adjustments. I can’t try your trick, but I bet it works!
I go into the sauna for 10 minutes before jumping into the ‘freezing’ pool. It’s not actually cold, but it feels that way for a second and gets me moving.
I like to wet my face with cold water to trigger the diving reflex. It helps focus blood circulation to the core—especially useful for colder pools or open water.
I hate cold showers. My pool showers only get to ‘not cold,’ and in winter, I feel like I need to warm up before I can work out properly.
Same here! I start with lukewarm water and gradually turn it colder until it’s freezing.
Yes! I do this too. My pool has a cold plunge, but that’s way too cold for me.
Yes! Then I sit wet in the cold air outside while adjusting my goggles. It’s refreshing.